Olympics provide much needed time off for Red Wings

Kevin Liddy and Mike Morland of Sports Radio Detroit discuss how the Red Wings have played while battling injuries this season, why the Olympics could be a disaster, and what’s critical for second half success.

"The leader must never close the gap between himself and the group. If he does, he is no longer what he must be. He must walk a tightrope between the consent he must win and the control he must exert."Vince Lombardi

When asked who won, Babcock said, “Well it doesn’t really matter as long as you don’t lose. It’s like going bear hunting, you take a slow guy with you in case the bear is hungry.”

Helm getting rest, datsyuk hopefully getting his legs back in another situation less important (to us), Weiss going through his rehab assignment, Howard (hopefully) finding his form on a larger stage, plus the confidence that comes from representing your country.

As long as there isn't any major injuries during the tournament, it could be fruitful.
It just seems high risk/high reward,(The higher risk being the obvious) pavel, and Z's back.

Helm getting rest, datsyuk hopefully getting his legs back in another situation less important (to us), Weiss going through his rehab assignment, Howard (hopefully) finding his form on a larger stage, plus the confidence that comes from representing your country.

As long as there isn't any major injuries during the tournament, it could be fruitful.
It just seems high risk/high reward,
(The higher risk being the obvious) pavel, and Z's back.

Good call. This could be the turning point for him this season. We can hope, anyhow.